Ezekiel:9

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* Verse 1-4 - It is a great comfort to believers , that in the midst of destroyers and destructions , there is a Mediator , a great High Priest , who has an interest in heaven , and in whom saints on earth have an interest . The representation of the Divine glory from above the ark , removed to the threshold , denoted that the Lord was about to leave his mercy-seat , and to pronounce judgment on the people . The distinguishing character of this remnant that is to be saved , is such as sigh and cry to God in prayer , because of the abominations in Jerusalem . Those who keep pure in times of general wickedness , God will keep safe in times of general trouble and distress . * Verse 5-11 - The slaughter must begin at the sanctuary , that all may see and know that the Lord hates sin most in those nearest to him . He who was appointed to protect , reported the matter . Christ is faithful to the trust reposed in him . Is he commanded by his Father to secure eternal life to the chosen remnant ? He says , Of all that thou hast given me , I have lost none . If others perish , and we are saved , we must ascribe the difference wholly to the mercy of our God , for we too have deserved wrath . Let us still continue to plead in behalf of others . But where the Lord shows no mercy he does no injustice ; he only recompenses men 's ways . **** Matthew Henry 's Commentary ****

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